The schools, excluding special schools, have been organised by their ‘Progress 8 score’, from the lowest ranked first. All data has been taken from the Department for Education website on January 25. This is what the data means.

1. Queen Elizabeth's Academy
Progress 8 score: -1.22. Description: Well below average. Attainment 8 score: 30.5
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2. Kirkby College
Progress 8 score: -0.96. Description: Well below average. Attainment 8 score: 32.5
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3. Quarrydale Academy
Progress 8 score: -0.58. Description: Well below average. Attainment 8 score: 43.1
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4. Meden School
Progress 8 score: -0.56. Description: Well below average. Attainment 8 score: 40.6
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